1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1976 Ford Capri

To start off, 1976 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 530 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 1976 Ford Capri
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 500 Superfast Capri
Year Released 1965 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 396 HP 49 HP
Torque 475 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2570 mm


 

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