1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 375 America | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 375 America | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 106 L |
