2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1984 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1984 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
