2003 Acura CL vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | CL | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
