2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 774 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | E-350 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 86 L |
