2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT 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 379 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1984 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Maranello | GT |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 509 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |