2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 192 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 195 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 360 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
