1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3273 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
