2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F550 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
