2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena 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 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |