1995 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | F430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |