1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F50 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 110 L |
