2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.

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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari 360 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Ferrari Koenigsegg
Model 360 CC8S
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3586 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 752 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 293 km/hour 389 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 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2659 mm


 

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