2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 724 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.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |
