2004 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
