2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 TVR 420. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 TVR 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 360 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
