1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |