1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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 489 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 797 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F50 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |