1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 225 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
