1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
