2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 331 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 360 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
