1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 15 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | F-250 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2649 mm |
