2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 215 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 393 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 69 L |
