1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 132 L |
