2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 218 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | F430 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |