2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
