2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |