1999 BMW 540 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 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 321 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 540 | 360 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |