1953 Ferrari 375 America vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 602 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 375 America | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 375 America | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
