2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
