1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 1 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 445 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
