2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 599 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 95 L |