1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
