1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
