2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 211 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 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. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 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 | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
