2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630. 2007 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 630 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |