2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Signum 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 54 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, 2004 Vauxhall Signum, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 360 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
