1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ferrari |
| Model | Acclaim | 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
