2008 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 BMW 328. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |
