2007 Acura TL vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
