2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 Fiat Panda 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 331 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
