2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 895 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
