2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
