2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 681 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F1 2000 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
