1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1804 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 167 L |
