1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1956 Ford F
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford F would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford F weights approximately 161 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
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:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1956 Ford F | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | F |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
