1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mythos | 17 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
