1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 12 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
