2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |