1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 3 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
