2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 441 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
