2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 1998 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 730 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
