2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 185 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
