2008 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1379 mm |
