1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo 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 654 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F50 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
