1944 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 536 more horse power than 1944 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1944 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 655 kg more than 1944 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Ford Taunus | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Taunus | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 570 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |
