1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stealth | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
