1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
