2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche RGT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche RGT 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 (490 HP) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Porsche RGT. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche RGT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT. 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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | RGT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
