2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon 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 490 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Enzo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
