2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |