2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 2 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 92 L |
