1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Focus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
