2005 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
