2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 962 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575M Maranello | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 68 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2300 mm |