1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 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 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3571 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 | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 295 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
