2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 612 1959 Ford Anglia
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 612 Anglia
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 533 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 72 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 808 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 31 L


 

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