2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
| Model | Eclipse | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 86 L |
