1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
