1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | F355 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |