1996 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 160 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 535 | F430 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |