2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F430 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 105 L |