1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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 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 296 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | F355 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
