1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 376 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
