2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 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 570 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. 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 (677 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |
