1991 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 BMW 320. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.5 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 | 1270 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
