1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1954 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1954 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
