1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 144 L |
