1950 Ferrari 166 vs. 1950 Ford Custom

To start off, both 1950 Ferrari 166 and 1950 Ford Custom were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 166 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 166 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Custom.

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:

1950 Ferrari 166 1950 Ford Custom
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 166 Custom
Year Released 1950 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3917 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2900 mm


 

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