1985 BMW 324 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 BMW 324.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 324 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
