1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
