2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 4 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 298 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 360 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
