2012 Ferrari FF vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 735 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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 FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ferrari FF | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | FF | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6300 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 683 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1380 mm |
