1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ferrari F355 | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | F355 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |