2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 583 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
