2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 205 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |