1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ferrari 456 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
