2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 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 296 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
