1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2004 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
