2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 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 259 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 482 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2011 BMW 730 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. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F430 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
