2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 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 187 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F430 | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |