1999 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
