1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | F355 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
