1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |