2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-450 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
