2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
