2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Ferrari 360 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 156 | 360 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |