1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
