1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 114 L |
