2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
