1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
