1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1996 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari 512 M and 1996 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 272 more horse power than 1996 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Windstar weights approximately 237 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Windstar, 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.
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1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1996 Ford Windstar | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Windstar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |