2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 11 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
