2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 71 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |