1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 962 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | F355 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |