2003 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | California |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |