2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
