1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 886 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F399 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
