1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1990 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ferrari 512 TR 1990 Ford Falcon
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 512 TR Falcon
Year Released 1991 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 3157 cc
Horse Power 422 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2800 mm