2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 101 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
