2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
