2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 185 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
