1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |