1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 92 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
