2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |