1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari F40. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
