2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (589 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575M Maranello | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 144 L |
