2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 170 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F430 | 456 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |