2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar 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 315 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. 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, 2001 Ford Cougar, 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
