2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F430 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
