1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
