2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 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 383 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |
