2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 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 277 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Volvo S40, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
