2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
