1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 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 | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |