1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 928. (345 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 928 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |