1975 Ferrari 312 vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1975 Ferrari 312 and 1975 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 373 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 312 | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 312 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 488 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
