2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | F430 | 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |