2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 6 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 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 324 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630. 2009 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. 2009 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 400 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
