2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew 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 353 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Crew |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |