1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 391 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1654 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
