Compare performance (530 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 396,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Ferrari 296 Roadster?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 2 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Roadster costs 396,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 356,829 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ferrari 296 Roadster with 8.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari 296 Roadster offers visibly more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 350 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Roadster is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Roadster delivers moderately more torque with 755 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 2 Series offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is moderately lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,760 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series carries considerably more – 400 kg compared to 220 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
The BMW 2 Series stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
detailsThe Ferrari 296 GTS marries dramatic mid‑engine styling with razor‑sharp handling and a soundtrack that insists you drive it like you stole it. With the roof down it becomes an intoxicating open‑top thoroughbred that somehow also manages to be surprisingly usable day to day — a gorgeous, grin‑inducing reminder of why people fall for Ferraris.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Price
396,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
15 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
218 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,760 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,958 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
220 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
880 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
755 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
648 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,992 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ferrari
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