1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |