1987 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 360 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |