1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Zeta would be higher. 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 231 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 300 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
