2010 Ferrari California vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari California | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | California | 630 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
