1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 68 L |
