1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 1997 Ferrari F355 and 1997 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 262 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | F355 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
