Especificaciones y análisis del Ferrari F430
Power
490HP
Torque
465Nm
Consumption
18.3l/100
Emissions
420g/km
0-100 km/h
4.1s
Top Speed
311km/h
Weight
1595kg
Price
186,296€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
- L
95 L
360.3 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ferrari F430 Spider · 490 CV (2005-2007)
General description
The Ferrari F430 Spider is not just a car; it's the materialization of an open-top dream. Born in 2005 to succeed the iconic 360 Modena, it elevates every aspect of the supercar driving experience, unleashing the howl of its V8 directly to your ears and connecting you with the road and the wind in a visceral and unforgettable way.
Driving experience
Driving the F430 Spider is a sensory overload. The heart of the beast, a naturally aspirated 4.3-liter, 490 hp V8, roars right behind your head, pushing you from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. Every shift of its gated manual transmission is a mechanical and auditory event, a pure and almost lost connection with the machine. The steering is precise, the chassis communicates with you in every corner, and the engine's symphony, without the filter of a roof, is simply addictive and glorious.
Design and aesthetics
The bodywork, sculpted by Pininfarina, is a functional work of art. The oval front air intakes pay homage to the Ferrari 156 F1 car, while the rear, with its raised taillights and air extractors, draws directly from the Enzo. The glass engine cover is a display case that proudly showcases the V8 mechanics, a detail to fall in love with. As a Spider, its silhouette is elegant and aggressive, a promise of freedom and speed even when stationary.
Technology and features
The F430 was a technological leap for Ferrari, directly inheriting knowledge from Formula 1. The 'Manettino' on the steering wheel allows the driver to adjust the car's response, from suspension to traction control. But the real gem is the E-Diff, the brand's first electronic differential in a production car, which intelligently distributes torque to offer traction and cornering agility never before seen in a road-going Ferrari.
Competition
In its time, the F430 Spider faced titans. Its most direct and passionate rival was the Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, with its V10 and sharp aesthetics. From Germany, the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet (997) offered superior efficiency and daily usability with brutal performance. For those seeking a more Grand Tourer approach, the Aston Martin DB9 Volante presented an alternative of British elegance and comfort.
Conclusion
The Ferrari F430 Spider is one of the last great analog supercars, a perfect bridge between the old school and the digital era. It offers a pure, demanding, and tremendously rewarding driving experience, especially in its convertible version with a manual gearbox. It's a car that speaks to you, challenges you, and rewards you with emotions that money can rarely buy. A modern legend whose emotional and collector value only continues to grow.