1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 256 F1 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1620 mm |
