1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
