2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (376 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 568 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 360 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
