1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 147 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1497 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
