1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |