1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 189 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | F355 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |