2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1675 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
