1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 14 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 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F355 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 49 L |