1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z8 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |
