2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 407 Nm |
| 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 | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
