1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 301 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 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3520 mm |
