2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1966 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
