1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (152 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 665 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Mondial | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
