2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 2005 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2005 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. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 2005 Ford Mustang
Make Ferrari Ford
Model KS 360 Modena Mustang
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3572 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 773 Nm 335 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 100.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 84.4 mm
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 1387 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 61 L


 

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