1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 293 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
