1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT 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 180 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
