1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 304 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |