1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |