1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-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 F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
