2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 375 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | F430 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
