2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 443 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 3300 mm |
