1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion 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 (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 61 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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 Fusion, 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 (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2728 mm |
