2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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. Both 2001 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,589 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 360 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
