2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 MG ZR

To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 MG ZR 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 242 more horse power than 2003 MG ZR. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2003 MG ZR. 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 MG ZR, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 2003 MG ZR
Make Ferrari MG
Model 360 ZR
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 300 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 65 L


 

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