1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 195 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari 412 GT 1996 Ford Scorpio
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 412 GT Scorpio
Year Released 1987 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm


 

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