2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 9 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
