1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Malibu | F355 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
