2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick 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 401 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
