2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 204 kg more than 1972 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | KS 360 Modena | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 502 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |