1955 Ferrari 750 vs. 1978 Ford Limited
To start off, 1978 Ford Limited is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 750 would be higher. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Limited is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Limited weights approximately 990 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 750.
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. 1978 Ford Limited has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 750 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Limited will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ferrari 750 | 1978 Ford Limited | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 750 | Limited |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1750 kg |