2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
