1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 1997 Ferrari F355 and 1997 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 231 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 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, 1997 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | F355 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 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 | 235 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |