1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2089 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 LM | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 110 L |
