2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Focus | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |