1954 Ferrari 255 S vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 880 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 255 S.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 255 S | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 255 S | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2713 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 72 L |
