2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 936 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F430 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 86 L |
