1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 445 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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
