2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (503 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | F430 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2795 mm |
