1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Ferrari F355

To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 1996 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Impala 1999 Ferrari F355
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Impala F355
Year Released 1996 1999
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5733 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 396 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 373 Nm
Top Speed 222 km/hour 294 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm


 

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