2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 360 and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 360 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
