1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
