2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 27 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
