1997 Ford F-250 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-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 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-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 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ascari A10. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | F-250 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2636 mm |
