1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
