2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant 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 401 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F430 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
