2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
