1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 355 Spider | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
