2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour.
Because 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour, 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1995 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
