1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 195 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 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3505 mm |
