2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
