2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575M Maranello | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
