2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry 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 333 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
