2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. 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 416 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
