2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Honda Insight

To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 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 387 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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, 2010 Honda Insight, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari F430 2010 Honda Insight
Make Ferrari Honda
Model F430 Insight
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 40 L