1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |