1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
