2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 265 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F430 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
