2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |