2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 596 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Enzo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
