1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 355 Spider | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
