2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2004 Ferrari 360 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 360 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
