2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. (479 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 114 L |
