1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 475 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
