2006 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 211 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 2002 Ferrari 360
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 325 360
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2494 cc 3586 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 293 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L