1992 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | 360 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |