2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 370 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
