1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Mehari | F355 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 364 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |