1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1997 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
