2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
