2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 360 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |