2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra

To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra. 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, 2008 Kia Spectra, 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ferrari F430 2008 Kia Spectra
Make Ferrari Kia
Model F430 Spectra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4309 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 490 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.3 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 53 L