2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 780 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
