1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Falcon |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3273 cc |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |