2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (375 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 360 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
