2007 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |