1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari F40. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 142 L |
