2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 100 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 120 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |