1999 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 BMW M5. (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 335 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 360 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 374 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |