1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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 195 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
