2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |