2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 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 (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 62 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
