1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
