2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |