1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 70 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 993 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |