1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 110 L |
