1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 11 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 214 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F355 | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
