2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster 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 402 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | F430 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |