1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | F355 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |