2009 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |