2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 326 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ferrari F430 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model F430 Camry
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 483 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1599 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L


 

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