1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 194 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 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
