1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 131 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |