2006 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 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 155 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4308 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
