2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430

To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW Z4 2006 Ferrari F430
Make BMW Ferrari
Model Z4 F430
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2171 cc 4308 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 490 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 4.1 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 1325 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 95 L