2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 79 L |
