2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Mustang | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 465 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |