1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F355 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
