2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 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 612 (589 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
