2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | F430 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |