1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 882 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2013 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F355 | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |