1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 521 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
