2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
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 Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Rossa | 328 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 57 L |