1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
