Firethorn Brown vs Ferrari Red

How close are they?

ΔE 15.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ferrari Red is more muted, cooler than Firethorn Brown.

Can I use Ferrari Red instead of Firethorn Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Ferrari Red is more muted, cooler than Firethorn Brown.

Can I use Firethorn Brown instead of Ferrari Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Firethorn Brown is more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.