2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 310 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Maranello | Capri |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |