2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F430 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
