1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 962 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | F355 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
