1957 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | 12 M | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
