1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 4 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 238 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 115 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F355 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
