2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Zenvo |
| Model | F430 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 3 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3055 mm |
