1975 Ferrari 312 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 910 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. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 312 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 312 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 488 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
