1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |