2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-350 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |