1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2301 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |