2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari California. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Convertible | California |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
