2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
