1997 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
Model | Diamante | F430 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |