1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Ferrari F355 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | F355 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |