2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
