2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1242 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
