2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
Because 2012 Ferrari California is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 335 | California |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
