2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 120 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
