2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
