2008 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 470 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 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
