1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 858 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 972 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 |
