1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 246 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
