2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon.
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 Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Rossa | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 482 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
