1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3370 mm |
