2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 482 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, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 325 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
