1988 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 360 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |