1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1979 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:
| 1979 Ferrari 312 | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 312 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
