2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 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 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
