1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (365 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 579 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | F355 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |