1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
