2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 66 L |
