2008 BMW 118 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 118 2003 Ferrari 360
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 118 360
Year Released 2008 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 3586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 199 km/hour 295 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 95 L


 

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