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BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Ferrari SF90 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 1,000 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 409,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Convertible or Ferrari SF90 Roadster?

BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Ferrari SF90 Roadster: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Ferrari SF90 Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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 4 Series Convertible is substantially cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the Ferrari SF90 Roadster costs 409,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 357,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Convertible uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Ferrari SF90 Roadster with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

SF90 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

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 SF90 Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 1,000 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 470 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari SF90 Roadster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the BMW 4 Series Convertible takes 3.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari SF90 Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 1,066 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 366 Nm more.

4 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 4 Series Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ferrari SF90 Roadster is barely lighter – 1,670 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 74 L. That’s a difference of about 311 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Convertible is decisively ahead 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.

from £52,600
4 Series Convertible

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 10.2 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Convertible
Ferrari SF90 Roadster

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BMW 4 Series Convertible

The BMW 4 Series Convertible blends coupe-like elegance with open-top drama, its sleek profile and distinctive grille demanding attention whether the roof’s up or down. Behind the wheel it serves up taut handling and a refined ride, making it a rewarding choice for drivers who want sporty character without sacrificing everyday comfort — and yes, it looks spectacular when you drop the top.

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Ferrari SF90 Roadster

The SF90 Spider is Ferrari's drop-top flagship, blending blistering hybrid performance with an intoxicating exhaust note and race-bred agility wrapped in theatrical Italian styling. It's shockingly usable for a hypercar, equally at home carving country roads or turning heads at the valet, and it will leave you grinning like you just skipped a very responsible meeting.

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BMW 4 Series Convertible
Ferrari SF90 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 97,800 £
Price
409,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
25 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
136 - 231 g/km
co2
169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,765 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
1,670 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
74 L
Length
-
Length
4,704 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,973 mm
Height
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Height
1,186 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 420 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
1,000 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
340 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
1,066 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
735 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,990 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ferrari
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