1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1751 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
