2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari F430 and 2005 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 415 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |