1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari 360 and 1999 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
