2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 360 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
