1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 14 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |
