2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 360 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |