2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 54 L |
