1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.

Because 1996 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari F355 1998 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ferrari Plymouth
Model F355 Voyager
Year Released 1996 1998
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 377 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2880 mm


 

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