2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 335 | California |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |