2007 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 1999 Ferrari 360
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 530 360
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2996 cc 3588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 293 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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