2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 430 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | F430 | Firenza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |