1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
