2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
