1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
