1996 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
