1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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. Both 1994 Ferrari F512 M and 1998 Ford Falcon are equipped with a 4,942 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 125 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 1998 Ford Falcon 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. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
