1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 213 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 369 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4009 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
