2001 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 287 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 360 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |