2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
