2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Saleen S7 is newer by 6 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
| Model | 360 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 399 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
