2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
