2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 745 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 728 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 | 1675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
