2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 448 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
