1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 10 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
