2005 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 462 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2005 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Scorpio | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mahindra | Ferrari |
| Model | Scorpio | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
