2009 Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 307 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Taurus X | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2649 mm |
