1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 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 184 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 611 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | F355 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
