2012 Ferrari California vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari California 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 California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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 California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ferrari California | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | California | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2788 mm |
