2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (429 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | F430 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 77 L |
