2005 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |