2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 135 | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |