2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 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 @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
