1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2011 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 515 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 98 L |