2009 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1999 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |