2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
