2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Fiesta, 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 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
