2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Brera | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |