2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 296 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
