1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 47 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 276 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
