2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |