1994 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2001 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 360 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |