2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2007 Ferrari F430 and 2007 Opel Signum 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 335 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 163 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 Opel Signum, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Signum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |