2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 296 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Venture | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
