1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F355 | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
