2009 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 75 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 116 | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |