2001 BMW M vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
