1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1733 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 61 L |
