2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 355 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F430 | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |