2008 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550

To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2000 Ferrari 550
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 320 550
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 478 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 74.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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