1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 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 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 (364 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
