2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5473 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
