2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 47 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
