1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F512 M | Mustang |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 503 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |