1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 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 266 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 5 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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 (364 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Previa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |