1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 960 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |