1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |
