2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello and 2004 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 421 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 711 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 2004 Ford Ka, 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575M Maranello | Ka |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |