2005 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2005 BMW 740 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. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
