2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575M Maranello | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 73 L |