1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
