2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 186 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 146 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2009 BMW 325 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. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 325 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |