2001 Ford EX vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | EX | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |
