2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Mark LT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1117 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT 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. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | F430 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 114 L |
