2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 237 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 360 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 243 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 | 1450 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
