1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
