2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
