2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 911. (443 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
