2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 53 L |
