1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
