1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon 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 331 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 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 F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
