2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 360 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2003 Ferrari 360
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 335 360
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2979 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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