2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
