1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. 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 287 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 50 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, 1991 Ford Taurus, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
