1995 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
