1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 458 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 86 L |
