2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.

Because 2004 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 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ferrari 360 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model 360 Bonneville
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 200 HP
Torque 373 Nm 311 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L


 

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