1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 110 L |
