1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 720 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | F355 | Ram |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |