2004 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
