1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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-150 (467 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
