2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 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 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
