2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
