1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 144 L |
