2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 11 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 64 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
