1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
