1953 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M 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 @ 9000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
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 Ford 12 M | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | 12 M | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 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 | 37 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1214 mm |
