1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 2009 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Falcon | 599 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |