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Ford Mustang Convertible vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (446 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Convertible or VinFast VF 8?

Ford Mustang Convertible vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Ford Mustang Convertible

  • barely more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • markedly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Mustang Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VinFast VF 8 is markedly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,352 £.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Mustang Convertible offers barely more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers slightly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Mustang Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Mustang Convertible is markedly lighter – 1,876 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 579 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries visibly more – 515 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,600
VF 8

VinFast VF 8

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 457 - 471 km
Ford Mustang Convertible
VinFast VF 8

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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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VinFast VF 8

The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Ford Mustang Convertible
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
280 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
319 - 324 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
328 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VinFast
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