2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 429 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 52 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1510 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 |