2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS 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 305 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
Model | F430 | TS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |