1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 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 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 279 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
