2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z9 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3586 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
