2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1981 Ford Capri

To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari Enzo 1981 Ford Capri
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Enzo Capri
Year Released 2003 1981
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 651 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 658 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 66 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 58 L


 

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