2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575M Maranello | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |