1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
