2008 BMW 650 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360. 2008 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 360 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |