1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Ford GT. (550 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 677 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F50 | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
