1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | F355 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
