1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1997 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F50 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |
