2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | 996 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |