1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 234 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1497 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
