1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 144 L |
