1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 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 256 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | F355 | Defender |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |