2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 187 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F430 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |