2007 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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2007 BMW M6 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 465 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 | 205 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |