2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |