1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 115 L |