2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 234 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
