2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
