2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon 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 285 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |