2003 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | F550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
