2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
