1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 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 582 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 604 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F50 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
