2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
