2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
