2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 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 386 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dacia |
| Model | F430 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
