1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
