2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 893 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1181 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 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 | 1675 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |
