2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
