2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 550 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |