1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 5 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F355 | 550 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 114 L |