2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
