2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 465 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |
