2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Consul |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |