2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
