2003 BMW 645 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 645 | F430 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |