Autocar: Ferrari F430 vs E60 M5
who was driving that ferrari. how much lighter, mid mounted engine, better tires, etc., and the guy couldn't leave him behind?? 
06-08-2005, 12:52 PM
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If $$ was no object....the prancing pony for me.
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06-08-2005, 02:27 PM
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its as if i can buy 2 M5's ... too much..but let me tell you that the Horsie will turn ALOT more heads than the M5.. like someone said. if money was no option. get the pony.
06-08-2005, 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
its as if i can buy 2 M5's ... too much..but let me tell you that the Horsie will turn ALOT more heads than the M5.. like someone said. if money was no option. get the pony.
I'd love to see the look on the Ferrari's owners face when you're next to them or passing them down the line
06-08-2005, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
F430 = getting invited to a crazy lesbian orgy
M5 = sex with an ugly chick
Both get the job done, but you'll have more fun doing it in an F430.
M5 = sex with an ugly chick
Both get the job done, but you'll have more fun doing it in an F430.
soooo true
Just looking @ the car makes you go
06-08-2005, 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
buy you can buy more hookers wit the money you save with the M5 
no thanks...
i'll spend the extra $ and get the free naani instead. It's like Ferrari throws in 4 years unlimited pussy access coverage with each car purchase.
06-08-2005, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Zapata
It's like Ferrari throws in 4 years unlimited pussy access coverage with each car purchase.
06-08-2005, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Its funny cuz you guys call this ugly yet praise the evo and STI 
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And this really shouldnt even be a contest. No person in their right mind would take an M5 over a F430. Both are unbelievable cars, but a Ferrari is a Ferrari.
06-08-2005, 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Its funny cuz you guys call this ugly yet praise the evo and STI
/ euro biased
/ euro biased
I like the 05 but if I were to buy one, I'd go with a FMIC + impreza hood, and rip off that stupid wing on the back.
06-08-2005, 05:16 PM
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This comparison is BS. First, look at the power to weight advantage that the F430 has over the M5. The F430 is aerodynamic and well geared, so that's not a factor. Next, whom was driving this car? The M5 leaving the F430 in the dust in the corners????
06-08-2005, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by cob3683
And this really shouldnt even be a contest. No person in their right mind would take an M5 over a F430. Both are unbelievable cars, but a Ferrari is a Ferrari.
But if you were to compare the M5 to let's say an E55 AMG then that would be a more evenly matched comparison, both are sedans, both are luxury cars, both are high end sports models.
You can though compare the specs on them because that is objective. The looks are all a matter of personal preference.
06-08-2005, 05:42 PM
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basically they are trying to compare my dream daily driver (M5) and weekend toy (F430)...
i don't think they were trying to say one is clearly better than the other, the goal of the article was to show how well the M5 can perform and compete with a exotic like a ferrari... both are two of the hottest cars in their categories...
i don't think they were trying to say one is clearly better than the other, the goal of the article was to show how well the M5 can perform and compete with a exotic like a ferrari... both are two of the hottest cars in their categories...
06-08-2005, 05:51 PM
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This is very interesting because it means that the M5 accelerates at least as well as a Ford GT if not better. That's amazing for a car that large and with room for four. It's even more amazing when one looks at its price.
06-08-2005, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
Don't feel bad, I think the STi is pretty ugly too.
I like the 05 but if I were to buy one, I'd go with a FMIC + impreza hood, and rip off that stupid wing on the back.
I like the 05 but if I were to buy one, I'd go with a FMIC + impreza hood, and rip off that stupid wing on the back.
06-08-2005, 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
This is very interesting because it means that the M5 accelerates at least as well as a Ford GT if not better. That's amazing for a car that large and with room for four. It's even more amazing when one looks at its price.
It also has 4.4 seconds for the F430. I have no idea who is driving the Ferrari, but they do need lessons.
The M5 will not be nearly as close as the Ford GT in acceleration. Every figure I've seen for the M5 is in the mid 4's compared to mid 3's for the GT.
06-08-2005, 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
This is very interesting because it means that the M5 accelerates at least as well as a Ford GT if not better. That's amazing for a car that large and with room for four. It's even more amazing when one looks at its price.
06-08-2005, 06:56 PM
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Motortrend already tested the F430 F1 vs Ford GT, posted faster times and the GT was still the faster car.
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coup...ri/index6.html
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coup...ri/index6.html
06-08-2005, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Its funny cuz you guys call this ugly yet praise the evo and STI
/ euro biased
/ euro biased
it's not ugly...just ugly next to the ferrari.
