1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 1998 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 LM | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
