1992 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 12 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 280 kg more than 2004 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | 360 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
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 | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 363 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |