2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet 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 286 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | F430 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |