1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 355 Spider | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |
