1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2614 mm |
