1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F355 | Enzo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 651 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 658 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |