2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
