2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 Peugeot 407 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 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 360 | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |