1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F355 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
