1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva 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 313 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | F355 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
