2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 360 | Bug |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 23 L |