2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 599 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
