1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1138 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |