2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 316 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |