1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 16 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 110 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 691 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |