2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
