2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon 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 288 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
