1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 141 L |
