1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
