2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 423 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | F430 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
