2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 55 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |