1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 36 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 26 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | EX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
