1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (411 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
