2004 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
