1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 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 3,494 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 203 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 342 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2010 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 355 Spider | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
