1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
