1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F355 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2080 mm |