1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 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 240 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 194 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
