2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 141 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z4 | 360 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |