2005 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 3 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 230 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 220 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |