Ferrari 360 Driving Experiences

Ferrari’s first supercar for a new millennium, the 360 succeeded the long running 355 in 1999. It saw them collaborate with Alcoa to produce an all new aluminium space-frame chassis that was more tougher and durable than the composite steel frame of its predecessor.

In fact, despite being larger than the 355, the 360 is actually over 25% lighter, with a more softer, beveled frame, making it a much more aerodynamic drive with a broader grip and handling over a 102.4 inch wheelbase.

Powering on this turbo charged model comes from a 3600cc V8 engine, pumping out 400 bhp. It moves exceptionally speedily too, from 0 - 60 mph in 4.3 second and 0 - 100 mph in 9.5 seconds, and is capable of top speeds of 188 mph.

The first main model of the Ferrari 360 was the Modena - so called after the birthplace of the late Enzo Ferrari - which could be equipped with either a 6 speed manual transmission or an F1 style automated manual transmission.

A convertible model, the Ferrari 360 Spider, was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2000, which was also their landmark 20th convertible model. Over the six years the 360 was in production, a total of over 16,000 models - Modena and Spider variants - were made.