2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri 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 411 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |