1995 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari California 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 2012 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe, 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Probe | California |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1308 mm |
