2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1770 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | F-350 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 110 L |
