2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello 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 94 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (414 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |
