2006 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
