1996 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | F430 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |