1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 661 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F50 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |