1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 697 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F50 | 12 M |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |