2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 580 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 360 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
