2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. 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 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 87 L |
