2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Honda Civic 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 313 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
