2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Ford Focus 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 100 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Focus, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1797 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
