2003 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
