2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 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 301 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 360 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |