1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 484 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3246 mm |