2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2006 Ferrari F430

To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari Maranello 2006 Ferrari F430
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model Maranello F430
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5998 cc 4308 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 509 HP 490 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 95 L


 

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