2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
