2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Taurus | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |
