2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 293 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 | 1360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
