1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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-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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 114 L |
