1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1996 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ferrari 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1948 Ferrari 166 has manual transmission. 1948 Ferrari 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2856 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
