1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 8 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 355 Spider | T 350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |