2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 8 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 165 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (318 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 400 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
