1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 1035 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford F-150 1999 Italdesign Nazca
Make Ford Italdesign
Model F-150 Nazca
Year Released 1997 1999
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5406 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 256 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 467 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2135 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2610 mm


 

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