2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 360 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |