1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 98 L |
