2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 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 377 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
