1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 351 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F355 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |