2009 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |