2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 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 421 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Zastava 2101. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Zastava |
| Model | F430 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
