2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 315 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
