1996 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
