1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F50 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3050 mm |
