2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ferrari 612 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 2003 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 144 L |
