1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Maranello | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |