2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 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. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Falcon | 599 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |
