2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 388 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
