1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 245 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 456 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | F355 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |