1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (301 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 219 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
