2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |