1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 211 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 325 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |