2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 266 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 120 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |