2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 145 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 20 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |