2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2012 BMW X3 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. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
