2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 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 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4939 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
