1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F355 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
