2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SS. (430 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SS | F430 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
