2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 472 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
