2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman

To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 406 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman. 2003 Holden Statesman 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. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 2003 Holden Statesman
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 360 Statesman
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5200 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2950 mm


 

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