2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 315 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 120 | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |