1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Cortina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |