1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 763 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.

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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari F50 1994 Ford Fairlane
Make Ferrari Ford
Model F50 Fairlane
Year Released 1996 1994
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 750 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 10500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 388 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 76.2 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 907 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2930 mm


 

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