2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
