1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F512 M | LTD |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |