2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 599 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| 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 | 490 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
