2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo 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.
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2008 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F430 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 466 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |