2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
