2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 843 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-350 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 90 L |
