2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430. 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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |
