1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 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 825 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ascari A10. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 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 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | F-150 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2636 mm |
