2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
