2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | F430 | AIV |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 59 L |