2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 377 kg more than 2004 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 Maranello (589 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 59 L |
