1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Ford E-350

To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.

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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Ferrari 512 TR 2012 Ford E-350
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 512 TR E-350
Year Released 1993 2012
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 5400 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 422 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 2111 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3505 mm


 

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