1958 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher.
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. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford 12 M | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | 12 M | 458 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4527 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1211 mm |