1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
