1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Xedos |
| Model | F355 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
