1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
