2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
