1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Falcon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3983 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |