1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 679 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Maranello | E-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 132 L |