1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 61 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Falcon | California |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |