2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 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 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 20 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
