2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL 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 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 360 | EL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
