2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 5 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 196 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
