1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Contour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
