1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2000 Ford Artic

To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 587 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari 412 GT 2000 Ford Artic
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 412 GT Artic
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 340 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 68 L


 

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