1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 341 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |
